Templar Night

The Templar Night is one of the most emblematic cultural and tourist events in Ponferrada and in the entire region of El Bierzo. Held at the beginning of each summer, this medieval-spirited festival transforms the city into a true historical setting that attracts thousands of visitors from all over Spain and abroad. Its popularity lies in the perfect combination of spectacle, history, and tradition that it offers to all audiences. During the week of the Templar Night celebration, the streets of Ponferrada’s old town come alive with impressive parades of Templar knights, actors, and musicians who recreate scenes from the medieval period. Attendees can enjoy open-air theatrical performances, where fire, lights, and music combine to create a magical and immersive atmosphere. It is an event that appeals to all the senses and immerses visitors in a journey through time, reliving the history of the Templars and their connection with the imposing Castle of the Templars, one of the city’s main tourist attractions.

In addition, the Templar Night features medieval markets where artisans display and sell their traditional products, from handcrafted pieces to typical gastronomy. The gastronomic offer is also a strong point, with stalls offering dishes and drinks that evoke flavors from centuries past, enriching the cultural and tourist experience. The event is held in a festive and family-friendly atmosphere, with activities for children and adults, competitions, workshops, and live music that continues until late at night.

The Templar Night is not only an event for those who enjoy history, but also for those seeking a vibrant cultural experience full of entertainment and tradition. Visiting Ponferrada during the Templar Night is a unique opportunity to discover the city’s historical heritage in an interactive and exciting way, making this celebration an essential date in the tourist calendar of the Bierzo region.

INFORMATION

📍 Location and contact

• Address: Ponferrada
• Approximate date: It is usually held in the first week of July.
• Web:
  • https://www.ponferrada.org/turismo/es/ocio-celebraciones/noche-templaria
  • https://eventos.ponferrada.org/evento/noche-templaria-2025
  • https://turismoponferrada.com/noche-templaria-2025
• Telephone:
  • Ponferrada City Council: +34 987 402 000
  • Ponferrada Tourist Office: +34 987 411 111
  • Association of Friends of the Templar Night of Ponferrada: +34 637 383 353
• Email: info@amigosdelanochetemplaria.com 
• Social Media: The Templar Night of Ponferrada is an emblematic event held annually in the city of Ponferrada, Spain. To stay informed about the latest news, activities, and updates, you can follow its official social media accounts:
  • Facebook: @PonferradaTurismo
  • Instagram: @ponferradaturismo
  • Twitter: @PonferradaTur

🕒 Timetable: The Templar Night 2025 in Ponferrada was held from 3 to 6 July 2025, transforming the city into a medieval setting full of history, music, and tradition. Although the event has already concluded, its program included a wide variety of activities for all audiences.

• Thursday 3: Templar market (17:00–00:00), fencing and falconry workshops, Templar parade, historical dramatization, and fireworks.
• Friday 4: Activities in Zona PONSFERRATA, parade and bestowal of the Templar Cape, ceremony “Night of the Ark and the Grail.”
• Saturday 5 and Sunday 6: Interactive Templar camp, reenactment of the trial of the Templars (Sunday 13:30), medieval market, workshops, games, and circus performances.

🗣️ Languages in which the public is assisted: At the Templar Night of Ponferrada, public assistance and activities are usually carried out mainly in: Spanish, which is the official and predominant language during the event, and English, especially for international tourists, in some brochures, guides, and activities.